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YC10 UCD

2010 BMW 525

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

204,310 mi
Last recorded204,310 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 BMW 52588,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC10 UCD
MakeBMW
Model525
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 204,310 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wishbone ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 179,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 152,331 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 129,640 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 121,660 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 11 Nov 2020 116,696 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats rear ()

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Fail 11 Nov 2020 116,696 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 seats rear ()

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 27 Apr 2019 106,860 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 96,631 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 84,428 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 72,777 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 62,007 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 53,960 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 41,960 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 525?

Based on 724,963 MOT tests across 56,965 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,259
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
56,965
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,171
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,448
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,227
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10,065
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,710
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YC10 UCD is a 2010 BMW 525 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 BMW 525 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 88,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 525 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 33,171 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC10 UCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 525 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 16 years old, this BMW 525 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC10 UCD registered?

YC10 UCD is a 2010 BMW 525, first registered on 10 May 2010.

Is YC10 UCD safe to buy?

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